Vegetable and Meat Couscous with Raisins

100g couscous 100g lamb or beef, cubed 1 small carrot, sliced 50g zucchini, diced 30g chickpeas, cooked 20g raisins 1 small onion, chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tsp olive oil 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon Salt and pepper to taste Fresh parsley for garnish

A flavorful couscous dish decorated with tender vegetables, succulent meat, and sweet raisins, offering a delightful balance of textures and tastes in every bite.

Steps

1. Prepare the couscous by placing it in a bowl, pouring over 120ml boiling water, cover, and let it sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. 2. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until translucent. 3. Add cubed meat, season with salt, pepper, cumin, and cinnamon, and cook until browned on all sides. 4. Add sliced carrots, diced zucchini, and chickpeas to the pan. Cook for 10 minutes until vegetables are tender. 5. Stir in raisins and cook for an additional 2 minutes. 6. Serve the meat and vegetable mixture over the fluffed couscous. 7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.